Stunning Photo of Volcanic Lightning at Volcán de Colima in Mexico
![The Colima Volcano (Volcán de Colima) pictured on March 29, 2015 with lightning arcing through the ash plume. Credit and copyright: César Cantú.](http://i1.wp.com/www.universetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/20150331003551-4ea2884e.jpg?resize=580%2C387)
The
Colima Volcano (Volcán de Colima) pictured on March 29, 2015 with
lightning arcing through the ash plume. Credit and copyright: César
Cantú.
How can lightning strike in an ash cloud? Through friction, particles of the ash can charge each other by rubbing against each other during the eruption. When the energy is discharged, it can create lightning bolts.
Also known as the “Fire volcano”, The Colima volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in Mexico, and is also called ‘Volcán de Fuego’ or ‘Fire volcano.’ It has erupted more than 40 times since the first documented eruption in 1576.
The latest news on this current eruption is that local authorities have put the volcano on a yellow alert, meaning the volcano is showing increased activity, and residents who live nearby should prepare for a possible evacuation.
Stay safe César, and thanks for sharing your image with Universe Today!
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